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Pedestrian Hospitalized After Being Struck by Car at Davie and Stirling Roads
A pedestrian was seriously injured early Wednesday morning after being struck by a car at a busy intersection in Davie, according to local authorities.
The Davie Police Department confirmed that officers responded to the crash near Davie Road and Stirling Road, a high-traffic intersection often congested during morning commutes.
According to officials, the pedestrian was hit by a vehicle while crossing the roadway. Emergency responders transported the victim to a nearby hospital for treatment. Authorities have not yet released details regarding the pedestrian’s identity or the extent of their injuries.
The driver of the vehicle remained on the scene and cooperated with investigators. Police have not indicated whether speeding, distraction, or impairment played a role in the collision.
As of Wednesday morning, eastbound lanes of Stirling Road were temporarily closed as police and accident reconstruction specialists investigated the scene.
Pedestrian crashes like this one are tragically common in South Florida, where dense traffic, high-speed roadways, and limited crosswalk visibility contribute to serious injuries and fatalities each year. According to the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV), over 9,000 pedestrian crashes occur annually, many in Broward County.
Common causes include:
- Failure to yield at crosswalks
- Distracted driving (texting or GPS use)
- Speeding or aggressive driving
- Low lighting or poor visibility
- Improperly timed traffic signals or unsafe intersections
Even at low speeds, pedestrian collisions can lead to catastrophic injuries such as traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord damage, fractures, and internal bleeding.
Legal Rights of Injured Pedestrians in Florida
Under Florida law, pedestrians who are injured in a crash may be entitled to financial compensation — even if they were partially at fault. The state’s comparative negligence statute (§768.81, Fla. Stat.) allows victims to recover damages proportional to the driver’s percentage of fault.
Potential compensation may include:
- Medical expenses (emergency care, surgery, rehabilitation, therapy)
- Lost wages and loss of future earning capacity
- Pain and suffering
- Emotional trauma and psychological counseling
- Long-term disability or disfigurement
If the pedestrian dies as a result of their injuries, surviving family members may pursue a wrongful death claim under Florida Statute §§768.16–768.26, which provides compensation for funeral costs, loss of companionship, and emotional suffering.
What to Do After a Pedestrian Accident
If you or a loved one is struck by a vehicle, the following steps can help protect your health and legal rights:
- Call 911 immediately to ensure the incident is documented by law enforcement.
- Seek medical attention — even if you feel okay initially. Some internal injuries may not appear right away.
- Collect contact information from the driver, witnesses, and responding officers.
- Preserve evidence, including photos of the scene, vehicle damage, and your injuries.
- Avoid giving recorded statements to insurance companies without consulting an attorney.
At Flanagan & Bodenheimer Injury & Wrongful Death Law Firm, our attorneys have extensive experience representing victims of pedestrian and motor vehicle accidents throughout South Florida. We investigate every case thoroughly — reviewing dashcam footage, traffic signal data, and witness statements to determine liability and build a strong claim for compensation.
We work on a contingency fee basis, meaning you pay nothing unless we recover compensation for you.
If you or a loved one was struck by a vehicle in Davie or anywhere in Broward County, our team is ready to help. We offer compassionate, dedicated legal representation to ensure accident victims receive the justice and compensation they deserve.
Our attorneys proudly serve clients across Davie, Hollywood, Fort Lauderdale, and South Florida, standing up for pedestrians injured due to negligent drivers.
